Topics included: Co-morbidity of moderate kidney disease and hearing loss; Co-morbidity of diabetes and hearing loss and balance disorders; Co-Morbidity of arthritis and hearing loss; Importance of hearing aid use in the hearing impaired to reduce the risk of cognitive decline; The association between hearing loss and accelerated cognitive decline; The importance of collaboration and cooperation between audiologists and primary care providers; Building leaders to improve healthcare; and Tangible skills for long-term success in audiology.

Howe offers audiology evaluations and services for pediatric through adult patients at the Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. and the Vermillion Medical Clinic. Appointments may be scheduled at Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. by calling (605) 664-2742, and the Vermillion Medical Clinic by calling (605) 624-8643.